Apples Never Fall

From the outside, the Delaneys appear to be an enviably contented family. Joy and Stan, the central pillars of the family, have recently retired, selling off their highly successful tennis academy. With their newfound freedom, they have all the time in the world to finally learn how to 'relax'. Their four adult children, Amy, Logan, Troy, and Brooke, are busy navigating their own lives. However, beneath the veneer of success and happiness, it's clear that none of them have quite achieved their destinies, although such sentiments are never voiced aloud.

When Joy Delaney mysteriously disappears, this semblance of tranquility is shattered. Her sudden absence forces her children to confront a myriad of uncomfortable truths. As they delve into their parents' seemingly perfect marriage and their own family history, long-buried tensions and secrets come to light. The Delaney siblings begin to question if their childhood was as idyllic as they remembered, or if there were always cracks beneath the surface.

Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty is a masterfully crafted narrative that weaves together themes of familial loyalty, the complexities of marriage, and the hidden struggles behind a seemingly perfect family. Moriarty invites readers to reflect on how well people truly know those closest to them and whether past grudges and miscommunications can ever fully be reconciled.

As the plot unfolds with the signature suspense and clever twists that Moriarty is known for, readers are taken on a journey that is as thought-provoking as it is emotionally intense. The Delaney family's story is a compelling exploration of imperfections and the enduring, if flawed, love that binds them together.

This novel is a must-read for fans of domestic dramas filled with psychological depth and intricate character portraits. Apples Never Fall will leave you questioning the narratives you accept about your own loved ones and what might be uncovered when looking beneath the surface.